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Archaeology in Birmingham

Birmingham's archaeological remains are recognised for their national importance and we work to protect them through the planning process. This work has changed our view of Birmingham's past and uncovered new information about the origins of the city.

When dealing with proposals for development which may affect archaeological remains, the Council considers:

Birmingham has a wealth of archaeological remains of its past. These consist of structures and objects ranging from 500,000 years-old stone axes to 20th century buildings. Find out more in our Introduction to Birmingham's Archaeology.

Developers have to assess any archaeological implications of their development proposals. We then consider the results of the assessment before making a decision on the planning application. This approach follows government advice and policies in the Council’s Unitary Development Plan.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I find out if there are any archaeological implications with my planning application?

If your application is in or near a known area of archaeological interest, we may ask you to submit an archaeological assessment with your planning application. Conditions may also be attached to the planning permission requiring further work. Find out more at Archaeology and Planning Policy.